Real Estate Associate

Job Overview:
A leading full-service law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate with 3–6 years of experience to join its commercial real estate practice. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, joint ventures, and development. The role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile matters in a collaborative and fast-paced environment with significant client interaction and responsibility.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties:

• Represent clients in complex commercial real estate transactions

• Draft and negotiate key transaction documents, including:

  • Purchase and sale agreements

  • Loan documents

  • Joint venture agreements

  • Development agreements

• Conduct due diligence, title and survey review, and coordinate closings

• Collaborate with clients and internal teams throughout all phases of the transaction

• Take on substantial project responsibilities and contribute to strategic planning

Requirements:

• 3–6 years of experience in commercial real estate law

• Background in acquisitions, dispositions, finance, joint ventures, and development

• Ability to manage projects independently while working within a team environment

• Experience in a large law firm setting preferred

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume practice

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Strong academic credentials required

Certifications:

• Admission to the California Bar

• In good standing with relevant licensing authorities

Skills:

• Superior drafting and negotiation skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Detail-oriented and organized with strong time management abilities

• Proactive, collaborative, and client-focused

• Able to manage multiple priorities efficiently

Benefits:

• Discretionary annual bonus eligibility

• Health insurance with optional Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Dental, vision, and life insurance

• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• Employee assistance program (EAP)

• Voluntary benefits, including accident, life, disability, long-term care, critical illness, cancer, and pet insurance

• Transit and commuter programs (where applicable)

As one of the largest law firms in the U.S. with more than 40 offices, it was founded in 1967. This full-service firm provides legal representation in banking and finance, blockchain, corporate, cybersecurity, energy, entertainment, environmental, food, gaming, health care, real estate, tax, hospitality, and others. This innovative law firm creates creative and efficient strategies that enable to improve predictability, provide better insights, and deliver more value. The firm is committed to diversity and appreciates all backgrounds. Having a collaborative environment, the attorneys and staff have achieved significant results in the legal community. The firm provides new associates with high-level training in client management, business development, collaboration, and cultural skills. Offering unique professional opportunities, the firm empowers attorneys at all levels to shape their paths to success. The firm has developed a strong commitment to giving back to the community and strives to make a difference by leading, volunteering, and donating to a wide range of causes. The firm has numerous recognition awards and awards for its philanthropic giving, diversity, and innovation.